Explorer vs RA-100
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and RA-100 (Shandong Jiaxin Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- RA-100China
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- RA-100—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- RA-1000 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ExplorerContact for quote
- RA-100$8,000 USD
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- RA-100ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- RA-100100 kg
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- RA-1003,200 mm
Max TCP Speed
- Explorer—
- RA-1000.5 m/s
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- RA-100150 kg
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- RA-100CNC DELEM DA58T Controller
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ExplorerContact for quote
- RA-100$8,000 USD
Warranty
- Explorer—
- RA-1002 yrs
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $8,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 20 kg | 100 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 0.5 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 150 kg |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | CNC DELEM DA58T Controller |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $8,000 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Degrees of Freedom, Repeatability, Path Accuracy, IP Rating (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Service Network, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | Explorer | RA-100 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $8,000 |
| Payback period | — | 1.9 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $242,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +3025% |
Explorer has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Explorer and RA-100?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. RA-100 is made by Shandong Jiaxin Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Explorer and RA-100 compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. RA-100 grades A. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Explorer and RA-100 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Explorer and RA-100?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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About this comparison
Explorer vs RA-100 compares two robots in the industrial-arm category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.